No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

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No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 20–24 balls

Creamy peanut butter centers coated in a smooth chocolate shell. These require no baking and are quick to prepare.

Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 1 cup creamy natural peanut butter (stirred well)

  • ½ cup protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)

  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed or almond flour

  • 2–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)

  • Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Coating

  • ¾ cup dark chocolate chips

  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

1. Mix the Filling

In a large mixing bowl, add:

  • Peanut butter

  • Protein powder

  • Ground flaxseed or almond flour

  • Honey or maple syrup

  • Salt

Stir until a thick, dough-like mixture forms.

Texture adjustment:

  • If the mixture is too dry or crumbly, add 1 teaspoon milk or water at a time until smooth.

  • If it is too sticky, add a little more protein powder or flaxseed.

2. Shape the Balls

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture at a time.
Roll between your palms to form smooth, round balls.
Place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.

3. Chill

Place the tray in the freezer for 10–15 minutes to firm up the balls.
This makes dipping easier and keeps them from falling apart.

4. Melt the Chocolate

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil.
Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.

5. Coat the Balls

Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate.
Let excess chocolate drip off.
Return the coated balls to the parchment-lined tray.

6. Set the Chocolate

Place the tray in the refrigerator for 20 minutes, or until the chocolate coating is fully firm.

7. Store

Transfer to an airtight container.
Store in:

  • Refrigerator: up to 2 weeks

  • Freezer: for longer storage

Helpful Tips

  • Flavor variation: Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon to the filling.

  • Crunch option: Mix in chopped peanuts or crisp rice cereal.

  • Thinner shell: Add a little more coconut oil to the melted chocolate.

  • Easier dipping: Keep half the balls in the freezer while coating the rest.

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